The 6 Best Restaurant Patios in Auburn Hills, MI

Last updated October 5, 2026 · ranked from 2,554 Google reviews · How we rank

This list ranks 6 restaurant patios in and around Auburn Hills, MI, led by MedFresh Healthy Eats, Lula's Cafe Auburn Hills and Dilly Deli. Together they have 2,554 Google reviews; MedFresh Healthy Eats has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.9. Every place on the list is in Auburn Hills, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.

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MedFresh Healthy Eats
4.9(84)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 84 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $
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Outdoor seating, casual counter service, and a 4.9 Google rating from 84 reviews put MedFresh Healthy Eats at No. 1. Located at 3325 University Dr in Auburn Hills, MI, it pairs patio dining with Mediterranean food and listed healthy and vegetarian choices. Lunch and dinner service make it useful for either meal, while free lot and street parking add convenience. Hours run until 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 5 p.m. Saturday; the restaurant is closed Sunday.
- Outdoor seating
- Vegetarian options
- Free parking
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Lula's Cafe Auburn Hills
4.6(170)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 170 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $
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Outdoor seating and a breakfast-through-dinner menu earn Lula's Cafe Auburn Hills the No. 3 spot. At 3395 University Dr in Auburn Hills, MI, this counter-service cafe offers healthy choices, vegan and vegetarian options, comfort food, and quick bites. Coffee and tea are noted highlights, and breakfast and lunch are popular reasons to visit. Its 4.6 Google rating from 170 reviews adds to the case, while free lot and street parking make an outdoor meal more convenient.
- Outdoor seating
- Coffee and tea
- Vegan options
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Dilly Deli
4.5(228)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 228 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $
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A quiet weekday lunch and room for dogs outside put Dilly Deli at No. 4 among patio destinations in Auburn Hills, MI. The casual deli on N Opdyke Rd offers comfort food, healthy options, quick bites, and dessert, with dine-in and takeout available. Its 4.5-star Google rating from 228 reviews adds to the case, while free lot and street parking make visits practical. Plan around its Monday–Friday hours of 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; it is closed on weekends.
- Dogs welcome outside
- Quiet lunch spot
- Free parking
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O Grizzly's Bar & Bistro
4.5(265)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 265 reviews (Google rating)
Sports bar · $$
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Outdoor seating paired with happy-hour food and drinks earns O Grizzly's Bar & Bistro the No. 5 spot. Located at 3375 University Dr in Auburn Hills, MI, the casual restaurant offers table service and a drinks selection covering beer, wine, cocktails, and liquor. Beyond dining, the venue hosts live music, karaoke, and trivia. Reservations are accepted, and free lot, garage, and street parking add practical appeal. Its 4.5-star Google rating from 265 reviews rounds out the case.
- Outdoor seating
- Happy-hour food and drinks
- Live music
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Arrowhead Grille By Crank's
4.5(8)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 8 reviews (Google rating)
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Outdoor seating, casual meals, and an on-site bar earn Arrowhead Grille By Crank's the No. 7 spot. Located on Taylor Road in Auburn Hills, MI, the restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and dessert, with comfort food and quick bites among its offerings. Beer, cocktails, and fast service are listed highlights. Friday and Saturday hours extend to 9:30 p.m., while free lot and street parking add convenience. Its Google rating is 4.5 stars from eight reviews.
- Outdoor seating
- On-site bar
- Free parking
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Red Ox Tavern
4.2(1,799)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 1799 reviews (Google rating)
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Outdoor seating and a locally sourced menu earn Red Ox Tavern the No. 8 spot among restaurant patios in Auburn Hills, MI. The Walton Boulevard tavern pairs its outdoor option with beer, wine, cocktails, and happy-hour food and drinks. Inside, TVs, live music, and regulation-size shuffleboard give diners other reasons to stay. Reservations are accepted, and free lot and street parking add practical appeal. The tavern opens at 11 a.m. daily and stays open until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Outdoor seating
- Locally sourced menu
- Happy-hour food
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Comparison of the best Restaurant Patios in Auburn Hills, MI
#	Place	Google rating	Price	Google reviews	Neighborhood	Phone	Open now
1	MedFresh Healthy Eats	4.9(84)4.9 out of 5 from 84 reviews (Google rating)	$	84	—	+1248-934-2115	Open
2	Lula's Cafe Auburn Hills	4.6(170)4.6 out of 5 from 170 reviews (Google rating)	$	170	—	+1248-791-3277	Open
3	Dilly Deli	4.5(228)4.5 out of 5 from 228 reviews (Google rating)	$	228	—	+1248-373-7240	Closed
4	O Grizzly's Bar & Bistro	4.5(265)4.5 out of 5 from 265 reviews (Google rating)	$$	265	—	+1248-977-3544	Open
5	Arrowhead Grille By Crank's	4.5(8)4.5 out of 5 from 8 reviews (Google rating)	$	8	—	+1248-370-9354ext.3	Open
6	Red Ox Tavern	4.2(1,799)4.2 out of 5 from 1799 reviews (Google rating)	$$	1,799	—	+1248-340-7070	—

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Each patio is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Auburn Hills category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.

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Restaurant Patios in Auburn Hills, MI: common questions

Which outdoor-seating spots have the highest ratings in Auburn Hills, MI?: MedFresh Healthy Eats and Greystone Pickleball Club both have 4.9-star Google ratings. MedFresh has 84 reviews and outdoor dining seating; Greystone has 55 reviews and three bars with indoor and outdoor seating.
Where can I bring a dog for an outdoor meal in Auburn Hills, MI?: Chick-fil-A at 2111 N Squirrel Rd, Auburn Hills, MI has outdoor seating and allows dogs outside. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with business hours of 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Which outdoor-seating venue is open on Sunday in Auburn Hills, MI?: Greystone Pickleball Club at 900 N Opdyke Rd, Auburn Hills, MI opens from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Sunday. The facility offers food and beverages, three bars, and indoor and outdoor seating. No membership is required.
Where can I find vegetarian options and outdoor seating in Auburn Hills, MI?: MedFresh Healthy Eats at 3325 University Dr, Auburn Hills, MI offers vegetarian and healthy options alongside Mediterranean food. It has counter service, outdoor seating, and free lot and street parking. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.
Which outdoor dining option has amenities for young children in Auburn Hills, MI?: Chick-fil-A at 2111 N Squirrel Rd, Auburn Hills, MI has outdoor seating, a children’s menu, high chairs, and changing tables. The menu includes chicken sandwiches, nuggets, salads, and sides, and free lot and street parking are available.

The 6 Best Restaurant Patios in Auburn Hills, MI

MedFresh Healthy Eats

Lula's Cafe Auburn Hills

Dilly Deli

O Grizzly's Bar & Bistro

Arrowhead Grille By Crank's

Red Ox Tavern

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